BG 50
- $139.95DSRP

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The lightest gasoline-powered handheld blower in the STIHL lineup.

The reasonably priced BG 50 blower is perfect for homeowners seeking a compact tool for yard waste and leaf cleanup. It boasts a lightweight and ergonomic design, a fuel-efficient engine, toolless air filter access and an upright fuel tank for easier filling. With the highest power-to-weight ratio in the STIHL gas-powered line, the BG 50 handheld blower combines dependability and quality with affo...Read More

*Newton is the force needed to accelerate 1 kg of mass at the rate of 1 m/sec2.
**Tested in accordance with ANSI 175.2 standard. All specifications provided by Andreas STIHL AG, as of April 2016.

Model Features

Purge Pump Primer
The purge pump primer feature enables the user to prime the carburetor with fuel, enabling easier starting. The purge pump primer is designed in a way that the operator cannot flood the machine by priming the carburetor too many times. Flooding the engine is still possible if the choke is not removed after the engine fires.

Built in the USA
Indicates products that are built in the United States from domestic and foreign parts and components.

Standard Features

Common Features for Handheld BlowersView the features common to many STIHL handheld blowers.

Important Information

Note: STIHL recommends use of fuel with no more than 10% Ethanol content. Using fuel with greater than 10% Ethanol content may cause damage to your equipment and may void your STIHL warranty. Learn More…

WARNING! Improper use of any power tool may cause serious
or fatal injury. Read, understand and follow carefully the operating
and safety instructions in your instruction manual before using such products.

STIHL products sold through U.S. STIHL Dealers are for distribution in the United States only.

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STIHL recommends a mix of 50:1 high-quality 89 octane or higher unleaded gasoline to STIHL engine oil. This same mix ratio should be used during break-in.

The latest advance in gasoline can technology is here with No-Spill® fuel containers. Featuring a special treated body for low permeation, thumb-button flow controls for easier pouring, and a wide and stable base design to reduce upsets, No-Spill® fuel containers help ensure that the gasoline goes into your tank, not on the ground or into the air. Fill even smaller-sized tanks without spilling – flow stops automatically when the tank becomes full. With 1¼-gallon, 2 ½-gallon and 5-gallon sizes available, you’re sure to find one that fits your needs. Ask your local STIHL Dealer about No-Spill® fuel containers. Don’t settle for anything less.

Meets California Air Resources Board Phase II requirements for sale or use in California. No-Spill® gasoline cans are tested and certified to ASTM F-852-99 standard specification for portable gasoline containers for consumer use and our diesel and kerosene cans are tested and certified to ASTM F-976-02 standard specification for portable kerosene and diesel containers for consumer use.

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BG 50 Description

The reasonably priced BG 50 blower is perfect for homeowners seeking a compact tool for yard waste and leaf cleanup. It boasts a lightweight and ergonomic design, a fuel-efficient engine, toolless air filter access and an upright fuel tank for easier filling. With the highest power-to-weight ratio in the STIHL gas-powered line, the BG 50 handheld blower combines dependability and quality with affordability.

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BG 50 is rated 4.1 out of 5 by 334.

Rated 3 out of 5 by DiggerODell from Not as good as the BG55, this is a poor replacement, less blowing powerI had a BG55 after 4 years it's bearings went out and needed to be replaced I was sold the BG50 as though it was the same thing. BUT IT'S NOT, Where's the trigger lock, why no eyelets on the handle for a strap . Seems to only have about 2/3 the power of the BG55. Had I realized that these changes had been made I would not have bought this blower

Date published: 2018-02-14

Rated 5 out of 5 by Franklin from Best Blower I ever hadGot the BG50 to do yard clean up. I find new uses for it every day, from blowing grass and leaves in the summer to cleaning snow off in the winter. Even blow the combine off this fall and clean grain bins. Don't go to the box stores when Stihl has all the power you need.

Date published: 2018-02-13

Rated 5 out of 5 by FOGSRat48 from Great performance for homeowner.Ease of starting and powerful enough to handle task around the house. Glad I bought a STIHL instead of an off brand at the local home improvement store.

Date published: 2018-02-12

Rated 5 out of 5 by Reatta from Just the right blower!I purchased this blower in addition to my Stihl BR420 backpack blower because of its light weight. It is easy to handle and get into cramped places around my house but has power that rivals much heavier blowers. It cranks easily and has adequate fuel capacity. By the time it runs out of fuel, I am ready for a break.

Date published: 2018-02-06

Rated 5 out of 5 by Deathvalley from Best tool for the moneyBought two of these for my sons so they would stop borrowing mine. Great tool for the money and now I don’t have to wait to use my own.

Date published: 2018-02-06

Rated 5 out of 5 by JDS64 from Great featuresLike my other stihl products you use it and are not disappointed

Date published: 2018-02-05

Rated 5 out of 5 by RS1439 from You get what you pay forBought this unit to replace a competitors unit I picked up at one of the big box stores- stopped working within 48 hours (the "competition"). Amazed at the difference with the Stihl- not only was my Stihl blower lighter, but way more powerful. Put it thru the paces of blowing down the yard of my vacation home which hadn't been touched in months. The yard is about 1/2 acre, and the Stihl blower did an excellent job of moving massive amounts of oak leaves away from the house and off the lawns. I'm very impressed- the weather was down in the teens, and my Stihl blower started and ran flawlessly day after day.

Date published: 2018-02-05

Rated 5 out of 5 by Rich68 from Great price for a USA made product of high quality.Got this for a Christmas gift and have been using it to blow light snow off sidewalks and deck. Easier than shoveling and a lot more fun! Nozzle velocity seems to be great even without a velocity increasing nozzle attachment. I have used it to round up some pesky leaves under a beech tree in front of the house. I was able to create a nice tidy pile that was easy to pick up. So far I am very pleased with this light weight and adequately powered blower. Durability will require another post down the road but I expect the best from a Stihl product. The Stihl name means quality and hasn’t been sold off or watered down like so many of the older brands names we all loved and trusted.

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STIHL IS THE NUMBER ONE SELLING BRAND OF GASOLINE-POWERED HANDHELD OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT IN AMERICA.*

*"Number one selling brand" is based on syndicated Irwin Broh Research as well as independent consumer research of 2009-2017 U.S. sales and market share data for the gasoline-powered handheld outdoor power equipment category combined sales to consumers and commercial landscapers.

*A majority of STIHL gasoline-powered units sold in the United States are built in the United States from domestic and foreign parts and components.